Empowering Voices Against Abuse

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Ryan Somerville

Ryan Somerville is Head of Policy & Research, Ending Violence Against Women and Girls Directorate, The Executive Office, Stormont.

Ryan has over 13 years’ experience across several public‑sector organisations, working on issues ranging from data analytics and EU policy to gender‑based violence.

He has been in his current role, developing and progressing the Ending Violence Against Women and Girls Strategic Framework since 2022.

What Our Attendees Say

The speaker's presentation was incredibly impactful. It truly opened my eyes to the importance of recognising and addressing the link between animal and human abuse. The Links Group's mission is now something I deeply support.

'Even though I ask the question on the DASH form regarding animal abuse, I feel more confident how to respond’.

‘Whilst the sharing of real scenarios from survivors' experiences was confronting and difficult to hear, it really cemented the knowledge and research you were providing’.

Attending this event was a game-changer for me. The insights shared by the speaker were both enlightening and motivating. I left feeling empowered to make a difference in my community.